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The core of the urban agriculture movement involves providing communities with access to fresh food, a better understanding of where food comes from and providing education in communities to enable community members to grow and care for their own natural landscape. Encouraging communities to understand and utilize sustainable practices helps preserve our land, and helps to garner a greater respect for the natural environment. Teaching youth trough hands-on service learning projects helps develop more competent caring citizens of the world. Our programs empower youth to become change agents in their communities.
We provide expertise, assistance, and education in the following areas. Please reach out to schedule a workshops or a 1-on-1 meeting.
- Urban Agriculture
- Composting & Vermicomposting
- Community Horticulture
- Sustainable Food Systems
Program Offerings:
El Huerto Urbano: Gardening Webinar Series
El Servicio de Extensión Agrícola de la Universidad de Rutgers del Condado de Hudson, Essex y Cape May se complacen en invitarte a nuestra serie virtual en español, El Huerto Urbano. Esta serie consiste en seminarios web en vivo en los que colegas del Servicio de Extensión Agrícola de New Jersey ofrecerán técnicas y consejos sobre un tema de jardinería diferente en cada sesión. Esta serie está dirigida a principiantes, personas interesadas en aprender a cultivar hortalizas y hierbas en espacios urbanos. ¡Aunque estas sesiones están diseñadas para adultos, en ella compartiremos actividades de jardinería para integrar a toda la familia! Acompáñanos los jueves comenzando el 5 de marzo del 2026, a las 7:00 pm. Estas sesiones virtuales duran 1 hora y se llevaran a cabo en vivo a través de zoom. Todas las sesiones son gratis.
Si tienes cualquier pregunta, por favor comunícate con Claudia Urdanivia a claudia.urdanivia@rutgers.edu o Claudia Gil Arroyo a claudia.gilarroyo@rutgers.edu
Annie’s Project 101: Empowering Farmers Through Farm Business Management
As agriculture continues to evolve, so do the challenges and opportunities faced by farmers—especially women, beginning farmers, and urban growers. Whether you’re a beginning farmer, a seasoned producer, urban grower, or someone exploring agribusiness, Annie’s Project 101 offers valuable insights and connections to help you grow your farm with confidence. This six-week webinar series is designed to equip farmers with the tools they need to thrive in today’s dynamic agricultural landscape.
When: Wednesdays, January 7 – February 18, 2026 from 6-8PM
Format: Live webinars + asynchronous learning
Course Fee: $45
For more information, contact Claudia: cru1@njaes.rutgers.edu
Partner Community Gardens & Urban Farms in Essex County:
For More Information
Claudia Urdanivia,
Urban Ag County Agent
Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Essex County
Dept. Agriculture & Natural Resources
Phone: 201-395-4789, ext. 4229
Email: cru1@njaes.rutgers.edu
Roxana Marroquin,
Program Associate
Rutgers Cooperative Extension of Essex County
Dept. Agriculture & Natural Resources
Phone: 201-395-4789, ext. 4229
Email: rm1679@njaes.rutgers.edu
Office BY APPOINTMENT ONLY:
ROSELAND: 621a Eagle Rock Ave. Roseland, NJ 07068
NEWARK: 162 Washington St. Newark, NJ 07102